Representative Nick Archer

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District 55

Hi, I'm Nick Archer and I represent the people of Oklahoma's 55th District.

representative

Leadership

Majority Caucus Vice Chair

60th Legislature

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May 6, 2025
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STATEMENT: Archer Applauds Defeat of SB2

Rep. Nick Archer, R-Elk City, today commented on the Oklahoma House of Representatives' defeat of Senate Bill 2 , a bill he argued would set a dangerous precedent before later being overturned in court. In his debate against the bill, Archer, who serves as chair of the House Energy Committee, argued the Fifth Amendment protects the right to private property. "It plainly says, if government takes your property, it owes you just compensation," Archer said. "That principle isn’t optional. It’s not up for debate." Archer argued that SB2 would open the door for counties to enact "viewshed restrictions" that amount to public takings without compensation. "Let’s not sugarcoat it: this bill gives local government the power to take from one private citizen in the name of another’s preference," he said. "That is not conservative. That is not constitutional." Archer challenged the idea of allowing counties to override citizens' constitutional rights through a simple majority vote, pointing out that "rights don't disappear based on a local vote." He said SB2 would let a group "vote away your right to use your land. That’s not democracy. and the Constitution exists to prevent that. And even if this body passes it, the courts will strike it down. I’d rather get it right today." The measure failed 44-49 on Tuesday evening. However, notice was served that the vote may be reconsidered.

Mar 24, 2025
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House Approves Increased Payments to Foster Families

The Oklahoma House of Representatives has approved a measure to increase reimbursement payments to foster families for the first time since 2018. Rep. Nick Archer, R-Elk City, filed House Bill 2030 after a foster family in his district had to turn away a placement of three siblings because they didn't have the resources to take in all three children. He later heard similar struggles from his son's band teacher, who is also a foster parent. "Oklahoma families want to help, but we're making it too hard," Archer said. "Our current foster care shortage is driven in part by inflation and stagnant reimbursement rates. There are Oklahomans who want to take these children in and care for them, but with our current reimbursement rate, they simply can't afford to." HB2030 increases the monthly foster care maintenance payments by $5 a day. Under the measure, the current reimbursement rates would increase from $17.72 to $22.72 for children ages 0 to 5, $20.42 to $25.42 for 6 to 12-year-olds, and $22.62 to $27.62 for children 13 and older. Archer said the goal is to reduce placement disruptions, keep siblings together, and lower the number of foster children who later become homeless or incarcerated, ultimately saving the state money. "Every dollar we invest today saves us three dollars down the line," Archer said. "House Bill 2030 is about protecting kids, supporting the families who step up and doing what’s right—not just financially, but morally." HB2030 passed the House 90-4 and now moves to the Senate for consideration.

Nov 25, 2024
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Rep. Nick Archer Elected to NASC Executive Council

During the 21st Annual National Assembly of Sportsmen’s Caucuses (NASC) Sportsman-Legislator Summit held in Baton Rouge, LA, Rep. Nick Archer, R-Elk City, was elected to serve a full, two-year term as a member of the NASC Executive Council (EC). Established in 2004 by the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF), NASC provides the synergy to protect and advance hunting, angling, recreational shooting, trapping, and professional fish and wildlife management in state capitols. With more than 2,000 legislators who are members of state legislative sportsmen’s caucuses from all 50 states, this unprecedented network of pro-sportsmen legislators provides the nexus and support among the state caucuses that is critical to the successful advancement of pro-sportsmen policies across the nation. Working with staff at the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation (CSF), the EC assists with the establishment and promotion of pro-sportsmen ideas, and facilitates the sharing of information between state caucuses, conservation partners and allied industries. "Hunting, fishing and outdoor traditions have been a cornerstone of my life, instilling values of sportsmanship and respect for nature. In Oklahoma, these activities are more than pastimes – they are a way of life that unites us and preserves our state's rich heritage," Archer said. The EC plays a critical role in the protection and advancement of hunting and angling rights and the continuation of our sportsmen’s heritage by establishing the activities of NASC, assisting with policy development, setting guidelines for affiliated state caucuses, as well as media outreach intended to highlight the role hunting, angling, recreational shooting and trapping play in supporting conservation policies that also benefit our nation’s social and economic well-being. "I would be remiss if I did not thank my friend and former legislator, Kevin Wallace. Kevin opened the door for me to this incredible opportunity. I am humbled to carry the torch for Oklahoma and the central United States," said Archer.